I have been planting the flowers on the bridge in Ponte a Serraglio for many years. I love to see the bridge looking colourful and cheerful.
Keeping the flowers alive over the summer when I am back in Australia has been an ongoing problem. This year there has been a change. My lovely neighbours, Roberto and Donna have put a tap close to the bridge making it easier to water the flowers. Previously I had to carry watering cans from my apartment.
And this summer the flowers have someone to water and take care of them. A huge thank you to Peter Miller! The flowers are thriving and looking great.
Here he is in action.
I hope Peter will be around again next summer.
Here is a fabulous photo taken by Charmaine Birkett Botha of the flowers and the gorgeous view from the bridge.
Bella Bagni di Lucca 
Wow Deb – finally – all power to you for preserving. We are so fortunate to have you plant them year after year
Yes, it is excellent to have someone to take care of the flowers. They look great this year.
It takes a team…it nice that you have someone to care for them in your absence.
It does take a team. It is difficult to keep them alive all summer. It is extremely hot and exposed on the bridge.